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Linear shafts: shaft ends and mounting options for linear shafts

The fastening mechanisms for linear shafts or guide shafts in mechanical systems require careful planning. Different shaft ends permit different mounting options. This article provides an overview of available shaft ends and answers the question of which shaft holders or shaft support options are available and where they are appropriate. As part of this, we also take a detailed look at the fixed and floating bearing types for shafts.

Basic knowledgeConstructionLinear Motion
12 Minutes read

Drill Bushings - Benefits/Types/Application/Overview of Standards

Drill bushings are an important part of machining workpieces. They are used to guide the boring tool safely and precisely, thus ensuring an exact bore. This article details the benefits, types, applications, and standard overviews of drill bushings.

Basic knowledgePositioning
8 Minutes read

Types and Applications of Set Collars and Clamping Rings

Set collars and clamping rings are important components in mechanical engineering. Their function is to secure machine components in a specific position on a shaft or axis. This article introduces different versions, selection criteria, and fields of applications.

Basic knowledgePositioning
6 Minutes read
Plain Bearing Usage in Clamp Arm
Plain Bearing Usage in Clamp Arm
Ideal and deviating shaft diameter
Ideal and deviating shaft diameter

Linear shafts: Precision standards for MISUMI linear shafts

Linear shafts are a subset of linear guides and provide stability and precision in linear motion systems. Varying precision requirements are placed on linear shafts to ensure that movements are transferred at low-friction, accurately, and reliably. These requirements specify roundness, straightness, perpendicularity as well as the concentricity of the linear shaft. MISUMI offers linear shafts in standard and precision versions. In this article, you will learn about the different features, when to use which variant, and what precision requirements are all about.

Linear MotionTolerances
11 Minutes read

Spacer sleeves and spacer discs – Materials and shapes

Spacer sleeves and spacer discs are important elements for joining and design engineering solutions. They perform several tasks: They are spacers, distribute incident forces, secure components and are needed for precision adjustments. In addition to classic metal washers, this article also discusses other special shapes and configuration options, such as round plates.

ConstructionMaterialsStandard parts
16 Minutes read